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NJ02 OWE

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Newcastle, North · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2002 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 204,851 miles on the clock, averaging 22,442 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for NJ02 OWE

MOT Status
Due date passed
204,851
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
22,442

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading204,851 miles
Reading date
Miles last year26,585
Average per year22,442
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for NJ02 OWE 48k87k126k166k205k '06'13'11

Check NJ02 OWE

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage204,851 miles
Since last MOT+26,585 miles
PASS
Mileage178,266 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage178,266 miles
Since last MOT+22,170 miles
PASS
Mileage156,096 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage156,073 miles
Since last MOT+22,470 miles
PASS
Mileage133,603 miles
Since last MOT+26,799 miles
PASS
Mileage106,804 miles
Since last MOT+20,243 miles
PASS
Mileage86,561 miles
Since last MOT+21,583 miles
PASS
Mileage64,978 miles
Since last MOT+16,988 miles
PASS
Mileage47,990 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (1998–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ02 OWE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeNJ — Newcastle, North
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About NJ02 OWE

What car is NJ02 OWE?

NJ02 OWE is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.

What is the mileage of NJ02 OWE?

The last recorded mileage for NJ02 OWE was 204,851 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NJ02 OWE passed its MOT?

NJ02 OWE has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2013.

Is NJ02 OWE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ02 OWE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is NJ02 OWE?

NJ02 OWE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.